Jim Hampton
Summary
Accomplished veterinary technician with over 17 years of experience in emergency care, exotic, shelter, and small animal medicine. Special interest in, anesthesia monitoring, hospitalized patient care, mentorship, leadership, and training seeking a position that will promote growth and where talents, abilities, and a passion for animals will be recognized and appreciated.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital of Gladstone Sponsered Rescue Spay/Neuter Day
Salem and Gladstone
- Current
- Assisted during rescue spay/neuter days at both Willamette Valley Animal Hospitals
- Restrained patients for physical exams, premedicated patients, assisted in the induction process, monitored surgical patients and recovered patients
- Sterilely assisted designated doctor intraoperatively when required.
Veterinary Technician and Trainer
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital of Salem & Gladstone
Salem, OR & Gladstone, OR
2013.12 - 2024.03
- Lead veterinary technician (December 2013-2020), provided training and mentorship for onboarded assistants and technicians
- Maintained and troubleshot medical equipment, including radiographic, anesthetic, laboratory diagnostic machines, and Cubex (controlled drug management system)
- Monitored and assessed in an extensive array of surgical procedures, including but not limited to orthopedic surgeries, foreign body removals, R&A, splenectomies, and cystotomies
- Main surgical tech trained in the sterile surgical assistance of Modified Maquet Procedure (MMP)
- Worked extensively with a variety of exotic pets; reptiles, amphibians, pocket pets, and marsupials
- Collaborated closely with managers to create a more streamlined clinic operation resulting in the enhancement of patient care and efficiency involving medical equipment.
Veterinary Technician
River's Edge Pet Medical Center
Albany, OR
2012.01 - 2013.12
- Collaborated with overnight doctors in the treatment and diagnostic plan for critical patients
- Interacted with clients in the explanation of procedures, estimates, and home care instructions, facilitating clear communication
- Administered medications, treatments, and monitoring of critical overnight patients
- Performed technical tasks such as drawing blood, setting catheters, running diagnostics, analyzing results, and contributing to diagnosis
- Maintained clinic hygiene and prepared surgical instruments, promoting a safe and sterile environment
- Trained and mentored veterinary assistants
Veterinary Technician
Vitality Pet Hospital
Salem, OR
2008.11 - 2011.12
- Conducted comprehensive health and behavior assessments in collaboration with veterinarians
- Educated clients on cutting-edge pet healthcare, enhancing their understanding and treatment plans
- Facilitated surgical procedures, contributing to the successful treatment of various conditions
- Administered medications and vaccinations, ensuring optimal pet health.
Kennel Technician
Safehaven Humane Society
Albany, OR
2007.08 - 2008.10
- Assisted in the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of surgical patients
- Provided care for patients; exercised, groomed, and trained
- Communicated with adopters about the specifics of certain adoptable pets.
Volunteer
Homeless Outreach Event
Salem
2007.05 - 2008.10
- Contributed to community outreach through charity event participation
- Communicated and explained the pet examination process and medical procedures to clients.
Volunteer
Meow Village
Aurora, OR
2007.05 - 2008.10
- Worked with domestic and feral felines; physical prep-op exams, pre-medication, surgical prep, anesthetic monitoring
Non-Emergency Pet Transporter
Wheel of Joy
Sublimity, OR
2007.05 - 2008.10
- Facilitated in the safe transfer of stable patients to nearby veterinary clinics
- Communicated and explained the procedure process to clients and inquiring individuals.
Education
Associates in Veterinary Technology -
Penn Foster Online
Associates in Accounting -
Linn Benton Community College
Skills
- Anesthetic Monitoring; monitored 1000+ routine & critical surgeries
- Exotic Animals; 10+ years experience in the handling, restraint, phlebotomy, radiographs, anesthetic monitoring, and administration of medication; pocket pets, marsupials, reptiles, amphibians, and avian
- Abaxis Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- CUBEX; Restocked controlled and non-controlled medications, troubleshot machine and human errors
- Leadership/Mentorship/Training; 1000+ hours
- Soft Skills; Critical Thinking, Communication skills, Mentoring, and Training
Certification
- X-Ray Certification
- Idexx Lab Continuing Education
- Veterinary Nutritional Advocate Certification, Hills Pet Nutrition
Timeline
Veterinary Technician and Trainer
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital of Salem & Gladstone
2013.12 - 2024.03
Veterinary Technician
River's Edge Pet Medical Center
2012.01 - 2013.12
Veterinary Technician
Vitality Pet Hospital
2008.11 - 2011.12
Kennel Technician
Safehaven Humane Society
2007.08 - 2008.10
Volunteer
Homeless Outreach Event
2007.05 - 2008.10
Volunteer
Meow Village
2007.05 - 2008.10
Non-Emergency Pet Transporter
Wheel of Joy
2007.05 - 2008.10
Volunteer
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital of Gladstone Sponsered Rescue Spay/Neuter Day
- Current
Associates in Veterinary Technology -
Penn Foster Online
Associates in Accounting -
Linn Benton Community College
- X-Ray Certification
- Idexx Lab Continuing Education
- Veterinary Nutritional Advocate Certification, Hills Pet Nutrition
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